Butterfly

(I was pretending to be a vampire... ok) 

top - Armani Exchange, jeans - Topshop, shoes - Topshop, kimono - eBay

I look so ridiculous in these photos, mainly because I couldn't pull a straight face. My brother, who I force to be my photographer against his will, is hilarious and so I can never stop laughing while he's taking my photos. The only thing I have to say about this kimono is... I feel like a butterfly. A pretty colourful butterfly! The pattern is so gorgeous, I hardly ever wear this many colours but I couldn't help but fall in love when I saw it on Lulu Trixabelle, one of my favourite bloggers and decided that it would be a nice addition to my currently almost all black wardrobe, since it will jazz up any plain black outfit. I wore this when the seasons were transforming from Summer to Autumn so it was still kind of sunny (GOD I wish my posts were in order of when I actually wore them. That'll be my mission from now on), so I decided to wear the outfit with all white instead.

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G xxx

Holiday Outfit #6

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top - Topshop, trousers - Sue Ryder, sandals - unknown, hat - H&M

If you read my blog you'll have seen these trousers before but worn in the cold climate of England and I'm so happy that I've been able to style them differently to be worn in the warmth too. The quite vibrant colours and pattern means it's easiest to team with plain tops like this white crop top from Topshop, especially to draw attention to the trousers - which would be the focus of my outfit. But if you like the print clashing trend, you could pair the trousers with a printed top! 

I also absolutely love the pleats at the front of the trousers! It's the little details that do it for me...

If you follow my instagram (@gracemellor) you will see that I've had a sudden craze of hats (I never take off my fedora) so when I saw this hat in H&M it was an instant buy! I think everyone should have one of these classic timeless hats in their wardrobe for their summer holidays!!

Anyone else having a hat craze at the moment?

G xxx

black x cobalt

 skater dress - Republic jacket - H&M necklace - Zara bag - H&M shoes - Office 

 SPRING IS FINALLY HERE (and to stay I hope). This month is looking good (even though I have to revise for exams) because I have so many things to look forward to including the #northmeetup!! It's this Sunday and I'm still trying to figure out to wear for sunny weather and the other possibility of rain! I'm really hoping to wear my new trousers which I've bought in a recent haul! I am doing a well awaited haul post for last month in the coming days and so keep your eyes peeled for my first video! (I'm slightly nervous though haha)

G xxx

pastels part II

As promised, here is the outfit showing how you could style the pastel shirt. White structured trousers make the pastel colours dominate the outfit, while also looking crisp and smart and nude shoes keep the outfit minimal! Some plain white or beige brogues would also go nicely with this outfit, I think!

G xxx

B&W

I was job hunting the other day in town so I was going into various shops giving out my CV's. I told myself 'NO LOOKING AT THE CLOTHES' purely because the reason I need a job is that I spend more than I have and looking at the clothes would end up with me, well... buying something. However, I went into Zara and I couldn't help myself they have a new 'B&W' collection which is absolutely to die for! I was just drawn to it! So I thought I'd share with you my favourite pieces: 

sweatshirt with animal embroidery £29.99 

oversized striped sweater £45.99

embroidered sweatshirt £59.99

zebra pattern jacquard coat £89.99

combined faux leather coat £69.99

this collection is so structured and sporty, I just love every piece. Unfortunately, I will have to wait to go on a big Zara haul :( unless I cave!! 

G xxx